New Zealand will be visiting the subcontinent in 2012, when they will be touring India. New Zealand tour of India is slated to begin from August 2012, as per the cricket fixture released by the International Cricket Council. New Zealand will be visiting India during the period of August-September, during which both these teams will engage in the longest format of the game. Just like all the other cricket series of recent past and distant future, India vs New Zealand 2012 will be a part of the innovative initiative of the International Cricket Council - The Future Tour Programs, which will help in the promotion of the game.

The tour begins on August 2, 2012, with the 1st Test. Besides 2 Test matches, New Zealand vs India series will also comprise 2 T20 International games. India has been very strong in the Test format for almost a year now with consistent batting and bowling performance. India also possesses a balanced side, as well as superior bench strength. On the other hand, New Zealand is not known for successful tours. It will, therefore be, one of the most difficult tours on the visitor’s part. For these reasons, New Zealand vs India is one of the most anticipated encounters of the 2012 cricketing calendar.